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Kenya’s Heritage Floors Make a Comeback as Parquet, Terrazzo and Concrete Gain Popularity
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Kenya’s Heritage Floors Make a Comeback as Parquet, Terrazzo and Concrete Gain Popularity

A striking design trend is underway in Kenya's architectural landscape as parquet, terrazzo, and polished concrete flooring, previously relegated to older properties and institutional buildings, are being reimagined f…

Jul 31, 2025
Kenyatta Family Taps Triad Architects for Sh500bn Northlands City Development in Kiambu
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Kenyatta Family Taps Triad Architects for Sh500bn Northlands City Development in Kiambu

A sprawling, privately funded urban development project, Northlands City, is underway in Ruiru, Kiambu County, approximately 15 kilometres from Nairobi's city centre. Spearheaded by the Kenyatta family, the £3.2 billi…

Jul 30, 2025
Wealthy Buyers Dominate Nairobi Auctions for Repossessed Homes
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Wealthy Buyers Dominate Nairobi Auctions for Repossessed Homes

Nairobi is currently witnessing a stark divergence within its property market, as a surge in auctions reveals a growing chasm between the city’s affluent and middle- to lower-income earners. While prime real estate in…

Jul 25, 2025
Nairobi’s Prime Estates Outpace Satellite Towns in Land Value
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Nairobi’s Prime Estates Outpace Satellite Towns in Land Value

Nairobi's high-end suburbs are experiencing a resurgence in land value growth, outpacing the expansion seen in satellite towns for the first time in five years. Data from HassConsult’s latest quarterly report for the…

Jul 25, 2025
Architects in Nairobi Say Colonial-Era Rules Block Innovation and Growth
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Architects in Nairobi Say Colonial-Era Rules Block Innovation and Growth

A Kenyan design firm, LondonConsult, is challenging conventional architectural norms with its "Little Orbit" nursery school concept, which has garnered international recognition at the 2025 Kaira Looro Design Awards. …

Jul 24, 2025
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Kisumu Plans Las Vegas-Style Transformation for Kondele in Urban Renewal Strategy
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Kisumu Plans Las Vegas-Style Transformation for Kondele in Urban Renewal Strategy

Kisumu is embarking on an ambitious urban renewal project, with Kondele slated to become a vibrant entertainment and business district, echoing the energy of Las Vegas. This initiative, a cornerstone of the Kisumu Cit…

Jul 21, 2025
From England to Juja: Kenya’s Oldest Prefab House Marks 120 Years of History
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From England to Juja: Kenya’s Oldest Prefab House Marks 120 Years of History

As urban sprawl from Nairobi relentlessly encroaches upon the historic Juja Farm, Juja House, a unique early 20th-century structure, stands as a potent symbol of Kenya's colonial past and evolving heritage. Constructe…

Jul 17, 2025
Why Nairobi Tenants Can’t Choose Cheaper Internet—and Who’s to Blame
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Why Nairobi Tenants Can’t Choose Cheaper Internet—and Who’s to Blame

Kenya's Competition Authority (CAK) is intensifying scrutiny of exclusive agreements between internet service providers (ISPs) and property developers, a practice that locks many urban residents into costly and restri…

Jul 10, 2025
Mombasa Real Estate Firm Achieves Landmark EDGE Certification for Sustainable Housing
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Mombasa Real Estate Firm Achieves Landmark EDGE Certification for Sustainable Housing

Megna Homes has become the first real estate developer in Mombasa, Kenya, to receive EDGE certification from the International Finance Corporation (IFC) for its resource-efficient Santana estate in Mtopanga. The accol…

Jul 9, 2025
Kenya’s Real Estate Sector Moves Online as Unlicensed Brokers Lose Ground
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Kenya’s Real Estate Sector Moves Online as Unlicensed Brokers Lose Ground

Kenya's real estate sector is currently undergoing a significant transformation, driven by technological advancements, stricter government regulation, and evolving consumer demands. This shift is diminishing the influ…

Jul 4, 2025
Colourful Exteriors Redefine Urban Architecture Across Nairobi and Other Towns
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Colourful Exteriors Redefine Urban Architecture Across Nairobi and Other Towns

A chromatic wave is sweeping across Kenya's urban centres, transforming the once-monochromatic skylines of its cities into vibrant tapestries of colour. This aesthetic shift, particularly evident in Nairobi and other…

Jul 4, 2025
Resident Associations’ Role in Zoning and Development Approvals Across Kenya
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Resident Associations’ Role in Zoning and Development Approvals Across Kenya

Kenya's Resident Associations (RAs), initially established for local concerns such as security and road maintenance, are increasingly wielding influence in urban governance.These grassroots organisations, while lauded…

Jul 3, 2025
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How Two Norwegian Entrepreneurs Built a Pan-African Hotel Tech Giant from Nairobi
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How Two Norwegian Entrepreneurs Built a Pan-African Hotel Tech Giant from Nairobi

HotelOnline, established by Norwegian entrepreneurs Håvar Bauck and Endre Opdal, has emerged as a pivotal technology provider in the African hospitality sector. What began as a small experiment with airport apartments…

Jul 1, 2025
Nairobi Singles Ditch Dating Apps for Rooftop Matchmaking Nights
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Nairobi Singles Ditch Dating Apps for Rooftop Matchmaking Nights

Nairobi's social scene is witnessing a shift as singles are increasingly turning to in-person dating events, shunning the perceived superficiality of online dating apps.  Thursday nights at the 270 rooftop bar in Nair…

Jul 1, 2025
Mombasa’s Buxton Point Project Delivers 584 Homes, Expands With 1,400 More Units
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Mombasa’s Buxton Point Project Delivers 584 Homes, Expands With 1,400 More Units

Mombasa's Buxton Point, a Ksh 6 billion public-private partnership, stands as a significant example of affordable housing and urban regeneration in Kenya, with all 584 first-phase residential units sold and occupied a…

Jun 30, 2025
Westlands Attracts Major Hotel Chains Amid Real Estate Boom
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Westlands Attracts Major Hotel Chains Amid Real Estate Boom

Nairobi's Westlands district continues to solidify its position as a prime destination for hospitality investment, punctuated by the recent announcement of Le Mirage Residences, a 33-storey hospitality-residential hyb…

Jun 27, 2025
Kenya’s Real Estate Embraces Faster, Smarter Construction
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Kenya’s Real Estate Embraces Faster, Smarter Construction

Kenya's real estate sector is undergoing a significant shift as developers increasingly adopt modern construction technologies to address the nation's housing shortage. Driven by the need for speed, efficiency, and af…

Jun 26, 2025
How to Avoid Land Scams in Kenya: Key Checks Every Buyer Should Make
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How to Avoid Land Scams in Kenya: Key Checks Every Buyer Should Make

Kenya's thriving property market, where land remains a prime investment, is increasingly undermined by pervasive fraud. Unsuspecting buyers are frequently ensnared in elaborate schemes involving counterfeit title deed…

Jun 26, 2025
Why More Nairobi Residents Are Choosing Kitengela, Juja, and Ruiru
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Why More Nairobi Residents Are Choosing Kitengela, Juja, and Ruiru

Spiralling living costs in Nairobi are prompting a growing number of residents to seek more affordable lifestyles in satellite towns, including Kitengela, Juja, Ngong, Ruiru, and Athi River. The migration towards thes…

Jun 25, 2025
Superbrands East Africa Honours Mi Vida for Raising Real Estate Standards in Nairobi
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Superbrands East Africa Honours Mi Vida for Raising Real Estate Standards in Nairobi

Mi Vida, a Nairobi-based real estate developer, has been recognised as a Superbrand by Superbrands East Africa, solidifying its position as a leading and trusted corporate entity within the region. This achievement, a…

Jun 20, 2025
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